2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1316 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
