1999 Honda Z vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Z | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
