2010 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (162 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
