1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 66 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 94 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |