1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | Tickford | 245 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |