2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
