2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 666 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Lotec | Volvo |
| Model | C 1000 | S90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
