2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | SSR | 245 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |