1995 Toyota Venture vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1995 Toyota Venture is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Venture | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | 760 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
