2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 515 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
