1964 Steyr 650T vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 650T | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 650T | V90 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
