2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343.
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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Nitro | 343 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
