1992 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1999 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
