1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
