2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |