1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
