1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TC 21 | 240 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |