1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 240 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
