Sweden vs Sweden — 1982 vs 1990
| 780 Bertone Turbo | 940 Turbo Estate | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 165 hp |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft | 199 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,316 cc | 2,316 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.5 sec | 8.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 16.5 sec | 16.0 sec |
| Weight | 3,076 lbs | 3,131 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,770 mm | 2,770 mm |
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,850 mm |
| Units Produced | 8,518 | — |
| Original MSRP | $29,950 | $27,345 |
| Value (Excellent) | $25,000 | $15,000 |
| Collectibility | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 3/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1982 Volvo 780 Bertone Turbo brings more power, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1990 Volvo 940 Turbo Estate answers with quicker acceleration, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Volvo has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1982 Volvo 780 Bertone Turbo with the 1990 Volvo 940 Turbo Estate highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1982 Volvo 780 Bertone Turbo producing 182 hp and the 1990 Volvo 940 Turbo Estate delivering 165 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1990 Volvo 940 Turbo Estate edges ahead at 8.0 seconds versus 8.5 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.