2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 240 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
