1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 245 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
