1949 MG TD vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 1977 Volvo 343 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 343 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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, 1977 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | TD | 343 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
