1990 Chrysler ES vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, both 1990 Chrysler ES and 1990 Volvo 960 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler ES, 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, 1990 Chrysler ES (166 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1990 Chrysler ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler ES | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | ES | 960 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
