1965 Sunbeam Alpine 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 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine 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 25 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Alpine | 245 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |
