1979 Seat 124 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
