2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 66 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |