2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 4 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Volvo 760 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Altezza | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
