1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
