2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 145 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 1961 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 1961 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
