2011 Volvo S60 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | S60 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2520 mm |
