1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 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 116 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 244 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 244 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 244 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
