1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1980 Chevrolet Camaro and 1980 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 66 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 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 |