1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 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 174 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260. 1976 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 260 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
