1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Wrangler and 1997 Volvo S70 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Wrangler | S70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |