1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 66 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |