1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 45 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 4 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | X670 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2815 mm |
