2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 863 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | 4Runner | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
