1970 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | V70 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |