1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 475 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 480 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |