1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
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 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Challenger | 960 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
