1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S60 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
