1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 245 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 3000 | 245 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |