1997 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo C70 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | C70 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
