1966 Steyr 700C vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Steyr 700C | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 700C | 240 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
