1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 66 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
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 |