1976 Seat 124 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 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 52 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | 740 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |