1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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 49 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 260 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
