2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
