1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 178 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nova | 740 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
