1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
