1962 Morris Minor vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | 760 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2780 mm |
