1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
