1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jensen 541 (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 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 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jensen 541 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Jensen | Volvo |
Model | 541 | 240 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |