1967 Alvis TF vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 30 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TF | V90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
