1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 440 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
