1977 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 559 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
