1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1993 Volvo 960
To start off, 1993 Volvo 960 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Volvo 960.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1993 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volvo |
| Model | Sapphire | 960 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
