1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 527 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 343 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
