1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 2001 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota RAV4 | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
