2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | 960 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
