1995 Subaru SVX vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | SVX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
