1998 Volvo C70 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo C70 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | C70 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
