1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 316 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Malibu | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
