1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 474 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
