2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Berlina 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 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | 460 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
