2006 Volvo C70 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
