1965 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Volkswagen 1600 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | 1600 | S90 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |