1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 284 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
