2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
