1954 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Daimler | Volvo |
Model | Conquest | 960 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |