1995 Volvo 440 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 440 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 440 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
