2011 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 462 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 260 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2660 mm |