1999 Opel Speedster vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster 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 2,319 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Speedster | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Speedster | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
