2000 BMW 316 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 17 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240.
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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
