1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 248 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Jeep | 740 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
