1971 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
