1992 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |