1988 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 267 kg more than 1988 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 240 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
