2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 222 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
