1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 164.
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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 164 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3350 mm |