2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Silverado | 66 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 94 Nm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1390 mm |