1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 28 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 510 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 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, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti J30 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | J30 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
