1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph 1500 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Triumph | Volvo |
Model | 1500 | 740 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |