1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V70. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lotec | Volvo |
| Model | Testa de Oro | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2383 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 347 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 | 1656 kg | 1686 kg |
