1999 Toyota Paseo 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 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Paseo | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Paseo | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |