1954 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Cresta | S60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
