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How similar is the '89 760 Turbo Sedan to the 740? 700 1989

posted by  someone claiming to be Pete Borc z on  Sun Jan 28 16:21 CST 2001 [RELATED]

I recently purchased a 1989 Volvo 760 Turbo. I've been looking for parts and mod's for it (Of course I have to make it go faster :) ) and have not found too many for the 760. I was put under the impression that the 740 is very closely related to the 760 and I was wondering if anyone knows just how much they have in common, and dont have in common. Thanks!







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    Re: How similar is the '89 760 Turbo Sedan to the 740? 700 1989

    posted by  someone claiming to be Steve on  Mon Jan 29 09:15 CST 2001 [RELATED]

    The cars are mechanically identical EXCEPT for the rear suspension. 1987 and later 760/960 sedans have multi-link independent rear suspension and Nivomat auto-level shock absorbers, which use lighter than standard springs. You also get to carry 33% more fuel than the live axle car (80L vs. 60L).

    Your car MAY also have the Turbo+ kit on it. It allows higher boost under WOT by bleeding off a metered amout of pressure to the wastgate and fooling it. If you have a hose teed off the wastegate hose which leads to round solenoid on the front of the airbox - it's got it.







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    Re: How similar is the '89 760 Turbo Sedan to the 740? 700 1989

    posted by  someone claiming to be kevin walsh on  Sun Jan 28 16:37 CST 2001 [RELATED]

    from what I've read on this board the main differences are cosmetic, trim,

    climate control (740 more basic), and options. 760 is high line 7 series should have same motor as 740 turbo.

    I would go through the engine & look at belts, hoses, filters, ect ect... Inspect intake tubes, ect ect... for deterioration, CHECK TIMING BELT, flush AT fluid & PS fluid (also uses, AT fluid), service rear differential, flush cooling system & replace thermostat (very easy).

    Once the car is 100% & needs no services, K&N air filter + OEM turbo plus will help a bit. Some posts have mentioned Saab APC retrofit to Volvo turbo engines with power gains worthy of the expense.

    good luck, Kevin Walsh






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