1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 448 kg more than 1983 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, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 740 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |