1942 Aston Martin 15 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Aston Martin 15 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Aston Martin 15 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | 15 | 360 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1039 kg |