1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Graduate | 760 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
