1990 Volvo 960 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 960 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
