1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 128 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 740 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
