1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Volvo 244 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 244 (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244.
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 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TA 21 | 244 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |