1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1090 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 |
