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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 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 | 5970 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
