1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | MR2 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
