2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 73 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
