2012 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-350 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-350 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
