1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 1 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Pluriel | C70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |