2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | 245 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |