1998 Volvo S90 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1988 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 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S90 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S90 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
