1993 Volvo 440 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 440 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 440 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
