1988 Volvo 760 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 1962 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1962 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Volvo | MG |
| Model | 760 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
