2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 140 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
