1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 986 kg more than 1978 Volvo 265. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | 265 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |