1970 Rover P5B vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P5B | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 3527 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2814 mm |
