2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2150 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |
