1997 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | C70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
