2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 37 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tundra | 140 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2610 mm |