1957 MG MGA vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 740 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Volvo 740 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | MGA | 740 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
