2009 Volvo V70 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V70 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
