1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
