1995 BMW S3 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | S3 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
