1986 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 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, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escort | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |