2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S70. (238 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S70 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S2000 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
