1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Malibu | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
