1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 145 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |