1971 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | 442 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2815 mm |
