1997 Buick Century vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1997 Buick Century and 1997 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70.
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, 1997 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Century | C70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |