1965 Saab MC vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | MC | C30 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
