1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 245 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
