2000 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
