1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 75 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 149 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
