1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 31 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 111 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 245 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |