2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. 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 V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Ariel | Volvo |
| Model | Atom | V90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
