1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous is newer by 15 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. 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 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Rageous | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Rageous | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |
