2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 18 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Altezza | 740 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
