2000 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volvo S70 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |