1974 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70, 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | V70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
