1987 TVR S vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 TVR S.
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, 1987 TVR S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 TVR S | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | S | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
