2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 725 kg more than 1973 Volvo 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Quantum | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2460 mm |
