1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Volvo 240 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 240 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |