1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 39 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC90 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |