2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
