1989 Volvo 245 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Volvo 245 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 245 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2316 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |