1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 240 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
