2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |