1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 604 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
