2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 17 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 615 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Montero | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
