2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 343 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
