1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 727 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | SP2 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
