2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
