1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V70. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70, 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Indigo | V70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |