1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 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, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 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 150 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265.
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, 1981 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
