2004 BMW 120 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 BMW 120.
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 BMW 120 (200 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 940 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
