1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 240 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1991 Volvo 240 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 1991 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | 240 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
