1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
