2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Defender | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |