1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | S80 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2922 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2800 mm |
