1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 529 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
