1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 21 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | S40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |