1973 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
