1970 Sunbeam Chamois vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 37 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 764 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Chamois | C30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 874 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2650 mm |
