1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
