1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volvo |
| Model | G21 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
