1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 444 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
