2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 299 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
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2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Carisma | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |