1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 34 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
