2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | GranSport | 245 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
