2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Silverado | 343 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
