2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
