1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2002 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
