1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 440 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
