1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1988 Volvo 760 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
