2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 244 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 244 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Avalanche | 244 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |