2007 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |