1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mexico | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Mexico | 960 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
