1972 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | K 70 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
