1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Volvo |
| Model | Sapphire | 240 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
