1998 Acura EL vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2013 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura EL | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | EL | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2640 mm |
