2007 Saturn Sky vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn Sky weights approximately 237 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Sky | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | Sky | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
