1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 462 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |