1966 Steyr 700C vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 19 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 930 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Steyr 700C | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Steyr | Volvo |
Model | 700C | 780 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2780 mm |