2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 592 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 460 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
