1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,309 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volvo |
Model | Sapphire | 1800 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |