1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 36 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | QB | 850 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |