1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 31 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
