1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Lotec | Volvo |
Model | Testa de Oro | 960 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2472 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1500 kg |