1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 960 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
