1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volvo 244
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 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 244 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |