1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 100 | 245 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |