2007 BMW 130 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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 130 (320 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780. 2007 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 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 |
