1980 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Pontiac 1000 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
