1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (143 Nm). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 3-Litre | 245 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
