2002 Volvo V70 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | V70 | EL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
