2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 571 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 343 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |