1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 850 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
