1984 Volvo 740 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 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 1984 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 740 | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2316 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
