2002 TVR T 350 vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 18 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (153 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR T 350 | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | T 350 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
