2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (197 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
