1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 32 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (223 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 850 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
