2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 266 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
