2010 Volvo C30 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | C30 | EL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4265 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2619 mm |
