1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 58 L |
