1977 Seat 124 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1977 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 S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
