2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 481 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 360 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 339 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1039 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |