2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Punto | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
