2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 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 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Fabia | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Fabia | 960 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |