1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Diamante | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
