1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | S70 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
