2003 MG TF vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 MG TF.
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 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | TF | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
