1999 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | C70 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
