1996 Volvo 960 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 13 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 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 228 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volvo 960 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 960 | 740 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |