1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Bora | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
