1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 2 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Scenic | S70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
