1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 905 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Nomad | 66 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
