2007 TVR Sagaris vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 TVR Sagaris | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Sagaris | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
