1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 123 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 145 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |