1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, both 1989 Fiat Croma and 1989 Volvo 740 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Croma | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Croma | 740 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |