1992 Volvo 240 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1992 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Volvo 240 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 240 | 318 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |