1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 5 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 472 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | McLaren | Volvo |
| Model | F1 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
