1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 2002 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
