1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 16 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | S70 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
