1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 47 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) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC90 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |