1984 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 960 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
