1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | S80 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |