1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
