1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 82 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 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. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 66 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |