1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. Both 1995 Dodge Spirit and 2013 Volvo C70 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Spirit | C70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
