1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Testarossa | 245 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
