2001 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2001 Opel Astra and 2001 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. 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 C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Astra | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Astra | C70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |