1997 Toyota Supra vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Supra | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Supra | 740 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
