1988 Volvo 760 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Volvo 760 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Volvo | Suzuki |
Model | 760 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |