1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 22 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 188 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 850 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |