1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Camaro and 1998 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | V40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |