2001 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
