1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 47 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 824 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 95 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
