1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 51 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 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1502 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2917 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
