1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Volvo 240 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 240 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3.
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, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Triumph TR3 | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Triumph | Volvo |
Model | TR3 | 240 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |