1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1976 Chrysler Centura and 1976 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 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. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Chrysler Centura | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Centura | 66 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |