1989 Volvo 440 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 440 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volvo | Xedos |
| Model | 440 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
