1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 133 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |