2007 TVR Sagaris vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 TVR Sagaris | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Sagaris | 760 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
