1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Sedan | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2776 mm |
