2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |