1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
