1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Duna | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |