1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lotec | Volvo |
| Model | Testa de Oro | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 742 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1375 kg |
