1975 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Chamois | 440 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
