2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
