1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 77 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 43 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
