1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 66 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |