2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (236 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | LR3 | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |