1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 37 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 159 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 850 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |