1981 Austin Allegro vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Austin Allegro | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Allegro | 780 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |