1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
