2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
