1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 245 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |