2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | GTO | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |