1976 Seat 124 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 33 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 672 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
