1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 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 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Naked | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
