1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Bee | 960 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2922 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |