1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 144 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
