2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 232 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.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1970 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Vibe | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
