1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Humber | Volvo |
Model | Super Snipe | 245 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |