1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
