1987 TVR Type S vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 TVR Type 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, 1987 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 TVR Type S | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Type S | 264 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |
