1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 258 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740. 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 (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |