1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
