1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Lotec | Volvo |
| Model | Testa de Oro | 740 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 742 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1330 kg |
