1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 57 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 896 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Renown | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
