1999 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1999 Mazda 323 and 1999 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1999 Mazda 323. 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 323 | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 323 | C70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |