1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
