2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 145 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
