1978 Volvo 343 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1034 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1321 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343. 1978 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2011 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2011 Zenvo ST1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 343 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Volvo | Zenvo |
| Model | 343 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1198 mm |
