1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Navajo | V70 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |