1957 MG MGA vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 32 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), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 360 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | MG | Volvo |
Model | MGA | 740 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 194 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 | 1260 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 |