2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 12 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
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 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Volvo |
| Model | BS4 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
