1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Caterham 7 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Caterham | Volvo |
Model | 7 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |