1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 157 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 240 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |