2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
