1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T.
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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 650T | 245 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
