2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 246 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
