1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 878 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 264 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | 264 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |