2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 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 16 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
