1986 Volvo 245 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Volvo 245 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 245 | 760 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |