1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 95 | 740 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |