2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 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) has 208 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940.
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) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 940 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
