1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC60 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2748 mm |