2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 625 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
