1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 is newer by 28 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 99 | 240 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |