1980 Volvo 244 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 162 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 244 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 244 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
