2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 123 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Volvo C70, 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 (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
