1995 Volvo 960 vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1995 Volvo 960 and 1995 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volvo 960 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 1995 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460, 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 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Volvo 960 | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 960 | 460 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |