2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
