1986 Ginetta G32 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ginetta G32 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volvo |
| Model | G32 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 753 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
