2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
