1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 383 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 158 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
