2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 115 kg more 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
