1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Volvo 244 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 244. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | 244 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
