1958 Alvis TD vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TD | 760 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |