1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Turbo De Tomaso | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
