1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
