1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 50 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
