1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, both 1997 Mazda 626 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 626 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 626 | S70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |