2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 245 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
