2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
