1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. (366 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2774 mm |
