1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Ghibli | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
