2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Volvo 740
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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 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 39 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 892 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
