1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (134 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 343 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
