1998 Volvo C70 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 12 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 231 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo C70 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Volvo | Seat |
Model | C70 | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |