1945 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 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 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (203 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 740 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 740 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
