1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Jeep | 740 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
