1983 Volvo 240 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (157 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 240 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
