1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |