1998 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1998 Opel Astra and 1998 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 1998 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Astra | C70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |