2005 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (238 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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 (330 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
