2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | 244 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |