1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80, 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Victor | S80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |