1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |