1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 52 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1664 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2860 mm |
