1990 Volvo 240 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Volvo 240 is newer by 7 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 240 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 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 |
