1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX. 2001 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda S-MX | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S-MX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
