2002 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Chairman | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Chairman | 240 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |