1988 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. 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 1988 BMW 520. 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 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 520 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |