1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Vega | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
