1988 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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 525. 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 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
