1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 679 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | SP2 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
