2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo C70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. 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, 2000 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | i30 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
