1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | S70 | EL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
