1998 Volvo S90 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S90 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Volvo | MG |
| Model | S90 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
