1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (279 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Navajo | 940 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
