1976 Volvo 343 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 903 kg more than 1976 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volvo 343 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 343 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
