1945 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16.
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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
