1975 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (135 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 124 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | V70 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |