1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | Palm Beach | XC90 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |