1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 245 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 99 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
