2007 Volvo V50 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |
