1998 Volvo S70 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 Volvo S70.
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 S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S70 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Volvo | Nissan |
Model | S70 | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |