1964 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Cresta | S80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
