1994 Volvo 440 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volvo 440 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 440 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
