1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
