1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Volvo 240 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 1983 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | Foursome | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |