1988 Subaru XT vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | XT | V70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
