1996 Vector M12 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Vector M12 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Vector | Volvo |
| Model | M12 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
