1999 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo V70 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | V70 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2318 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
