2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 48 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Kalos | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
