1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1981 Volvo 260 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 260 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |