2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Tiburon | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
