2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 12 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 96 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Phedra | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Phedra | 960 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |