1953 Alvis TC vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 37 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 61 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940.
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 TC (221 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TC | 940 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |