1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Bel Air | S60 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
