2007 Volvo V70 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90.
Because 1996 Volvo V90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | V90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
