1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 240 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |