1998 BMW 317 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 317 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 317 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
