2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Azure 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 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Bentley Azure | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Azure | 480 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |