1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 258 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
