1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Vitara | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
