1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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 193 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
