2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
