1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 277 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 244 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
