1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Volvo 740

To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Camaro and 1989 Volvo 740 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740.

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 (376 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Camaro 1989 Volvo 740
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Camaro 740
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4295 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 116 HP
Torque 376 Nm 194 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2780 mm


 

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