1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 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 32 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 999 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | 760 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |