1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Hit | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
