2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1970 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 (400 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1120 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 |
