2007 BMW 130 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
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 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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 130 (315 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 940 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
