1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Diamante | C70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1657 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |