1944 Peugeot 202 vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Volvo 740 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 740 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Peugeot 202 | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 202 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
