1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 480 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
