2007 Opel Antara vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Antara | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Antara | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |