1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
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 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 208 | 960 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |