1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
