1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Sprint | V40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
