1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 823 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. 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 1972 Skoda 1202. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 1202 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | 1202 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2815 mm |
