1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 140 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
