1998 Volvo C70 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. Both 1998 Volvo C70 and 2008 Volvo C70 are equipped with a 2,435 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo C70 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
