1970 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 823 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Variant | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2774 mm |
