1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 36 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Navajo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
