2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
