2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |