1996 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila. 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo S40 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S40 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
