1987 Volvo 760 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volvo 760 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
