1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 151 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Chevelle | 760 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |