1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, both 1990 Peugeot 605 and 1990 Volvo 940 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 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 940. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 605 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 605 | 940 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 235 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |