1985 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
