1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | S90 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
