1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 11 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 740 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |