1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
