2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 881 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Avalanche | 140 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |