1990 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
