1981 Lancia Trevi vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Trevi | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Trevi | 760 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
