2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 574 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 343 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
