2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 349 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 244 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
