1998 Volvo C70 vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 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. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 118 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo C70 | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
