2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1637 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Avalanche | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
