1967 Alvis TF vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 54 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960.
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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TF | 960 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
