2000 Holden Astra vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Holden Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Astra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
