1954 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | Tickford | 240 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |