2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1994 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 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2780 mm |
