1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 506 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |