1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1203 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | QB | S80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
