2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 83 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Camaro | 740 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
