2005 Volvo S60 vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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. Both 2005 Volvo S60 and 1996 Volvo V70 are equipped with a 2,383 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S60 | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
