1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, both 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage and 1998 Volvo S70 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S70. (238 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 48 kg more than 1998 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S70. (330 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Project Vantage | S70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |