1998 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70. 1997 Volvo S70 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volvo S70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
