1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 99 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 158 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 Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
