1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 144 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
