1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Daimler | Volvo |
Model | 4.2 | 960 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |