2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 334 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
