2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo.
Because 1981 Volvo 240 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 1981 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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 Daewoo Rezzo (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Rezzo | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |