1999 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Corsa 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1999 Opel Corsa. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Corsa | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 972 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
