2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
