1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 18 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 130 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 343 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
