2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Express | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |