1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Diamante | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
