1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (491 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 weights approximately 4370 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (804 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | T-Rex 6x6 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 491 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 5400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |
