1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
