1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 940. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | Twosome | 940 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2780 mm |
