1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 32 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (236 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1997 Volvo S70, 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | S70 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |