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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 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. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3390 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |