1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 529 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 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 | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 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 | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |