1989 Volvo 240 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240.
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, 1989 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 240 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
