1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Volvo V90

To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 30 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 98 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 300 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Camaro 1997 Volvo V90
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Camaro V90
Year Released 1967 1997
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm


 

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