2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 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 1990 Volvo 940. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Prizm | 940 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |