1975 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 32 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 788 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
