1978 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (81 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
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, 1991 Volvo 245 (143 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Chevette | 245 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
