1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 940 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |