2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 356 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 480. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480. 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, 1990 Volvo 480, 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 (705 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 480 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6258 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
