1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2814 mm |
