1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 285 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |