1977 Volvo 343 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 448 kg more than 1977 Volvo 343. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 343 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 343 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
