1992 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1983 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
