1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 43 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
