1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 142 kg more than 1989 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |