2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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 V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Yaris | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |