2007 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 116 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
