1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 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) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 940 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 940 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 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 940 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |
