1971 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
