1971 Honda Life vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1393 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 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2012 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | XC70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2815 mm |