1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 755 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Duna | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
