1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 1984 Volvo 240 is newer by 21 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 151 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Volvo 240. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 240 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
