1997 Volvo C70 vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo C70 | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volvo | Daewoo |
| Model | C70 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
