1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 10 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, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1974 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245. 1974 Volvo 245 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 245 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
