2003 Toyota Crown vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Crown | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | 740 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
