1984 Volvo 740 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 28 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 740 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
