2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1992 Volvo 245 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 1992 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Punto | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
