1999 Peugeot Partner vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1960 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Partner | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | Partner | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
