1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 70 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
