1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 940 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
