1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 139 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 164 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |