2007 Volvo V50 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
