1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 260 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |