1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
