1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
