1976 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
