1999 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 TVR Speed 12 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Speed 12 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7728 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
