1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 857 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Chamois | V70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
