2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 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 239 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 163 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 260 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |