1997 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1997 Toyota Camry and 1997 Volvo C70 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 C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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 C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Camry | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Camry | C70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2163 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |