1954 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,136 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 774 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Super Snipe | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Humber | Volvo |
| Model | Super Snipe | 360 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
