2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Berlina | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
