1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 740 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |