1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 417 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 140 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |