2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 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 322 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| 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 | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
