1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
