2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | DrifterX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
