1984 Volvo 740 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 867 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 740 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Volvo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 740 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
