2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
