1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Euro 1 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
