1954 Austin A vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780.
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 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A | 780 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
