1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 153 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 140 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
