1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1992 Volvo 245 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 1992 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, 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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | QB | 245 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
