1999 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 649 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | C70 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
