1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 35 | S90 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |