2001 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daewoo Chairman 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 2001 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40, 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, 2001 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40. 2001 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Chairman | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Chairman | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
