1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Renown | S60 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
