2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 924 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Tahoe | 140 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |