1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 140 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
