1984 Volvo 760 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1984 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 760 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Volvo | Scion |
| Model | 760 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
