2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 145 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |