1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
