1966 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, both 1966 Chevrolet Corvette and 1966 Volvo 144 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Corvette (425 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 173 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 144 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
