2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 595 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
