1955 Packard Carribean vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Packard Carribean | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Packard | Volvo |
| Model | Carribean | 240 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2650 mm |
