1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 240 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
