1953 Alvis TC vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TC | 760 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |