1982 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 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 237 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. 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 1982 Simca 1100. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
