1999 Volvo C70 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 237 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | C70 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
