1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | SP2 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
