1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Maverick | XC70 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2814 mm |