2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 18 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | 960 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2922 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
