1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Trabant P 70 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Trabant | Volvo |
Model | P 70 | 245 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |