2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1980 Volvo 343
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 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 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 331 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 88 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343. 1980 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | SSR | 343 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
