1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 943 kg more than 1957 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1957 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1957 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Minx | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2774 mm |
