1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 45 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
