1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 111 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | S70 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
