1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 244 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |