1998 Volvo C70 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 V70 are equipped with a 2,435 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 144 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 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo C70 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
