2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | DrifterX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
