1953 Allard K3 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1953 Allard K3. 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, 1953 Allard K3 (217 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1953 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard K3 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | K3 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
