1997 Volvo C70 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo C70 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | C70 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
