2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 22 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 910 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
