1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volvo 740 (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 203 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
