2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avanza | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
