1971 Honda Life vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life 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 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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 1971 Honda Life. 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 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | V70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |