1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 343 (117 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90.
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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 343 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |