2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 506 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
