2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Hilux | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
