1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 244 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
