1997 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 261 kg more than 1997 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S40 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | S40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
