1994 Audi V8 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 27 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi V8 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | V8 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |