1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 208 | 960 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 | 1560 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |