1998 Opel Astra vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 30 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Astra | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |