1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 504 kg more than 1966 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
