2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 951 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Patriot | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
