2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S-MX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
