2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Volvo 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
