1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | V70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |