1997 Volvo V90 vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 13 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
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 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo V90 | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V90 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
