1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 183 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |