1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Intrepid | X670 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2815 mm |
